Why is Manzanilla olives stuffed with anchovy classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and which additives does it contain?

It receives a NOVA 4 rating because the olives are preserved with brine, contain a processed anchovy paste and several food‑industry additives. The label lists monosodium glutamate (E621) as a flavour enhancer, citric acid (E330) as an acidulant and ascorbic acid (E300) as an antioxidant; a sodium alginate gel is also used as a gelling agent.

How does the salt content of this product affect people with hypertension or a low‑sodium diet?

At 2.2 g of salt per 100 g, the olives are high in sodium and contribute a significant portion of the daily recommended maximum (about 5 g). Regular consumption can raise blood pressure, so individuals on a low‑sodium or hypertensive diet should limit servings.

Is the anchovy ingredient a concern for people with fish allergies?

Yes. The product lists anchovy (and anchovy paste) as an ingredient and the allergen information flags fish, so anyone with a fish allergy should avoid it.

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Aceitunas manzanilla rellenas de anchoa

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

Manzanilla olives stuffed with anchovy are a salty snack made from green olives filled with anchovy paste, belonging to the salty snacks and salty‑and‑fatty products groups. Per 100 g they deliver 156 kcal, 16.2 g fat (1.3 g saturated), 1.3 g protein and 2.2 g salt, contain no sugars and 26.5 % fruits‑vegetables‑legumes, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of D and a high salt level. The product is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and includes additives E621, E330 and E300, yet it achieves an Eco‑Score of A due to its low environmental impact.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal156 kcal

Fat16.2 g

Saturated Fat1.3 g

Carbohydrates0 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical salty snacks, this olive product has lower fat, saturated fat, and sugar, and slightly less salt than the category average.

Ingredients

Agua, aceitunas verdes, 6% pasta de anchoa (anchoa, gelificante: alginato sódicol sal, potenciadores del sabor: glutamato de monosodio, 5'ribonucleótidos de sodio; acidulante: ácido cítrico; antioxidante: ácido ascórbico.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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